DSL.net Receives 2002 Best-in-Class Vendor Award From MRI Franchisee Association.Business Editors NEW HAVEN New Haven, city (1990 pop. 130,474), New Haven co., S Conn., a port of entry where the Quinnipiac and other small rivers enter Long Island Sound; inc. 1784. Firearms and ammunition, clocks and watches, tools, rubber and paper products, and textiles are among the many , Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 3, 2002 DSL DSL in full Digital Subscriber Line Broadband digital communications connection that operates over standard copper telephone wires. It requires a DSL modem, which splits transmissions into two frequency bands: the lower frequencies for voice (ordinary .net, Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : DSLN), a leading nationwide provider of broadband communications services to businesses, today announced that it has received a 2002 Best-in-Class Vendor Award from the MRI 1. (application) MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging. 2. MRI - Measurement Requirements and Interface. Franchisee Association (MRIFA), a non-profit international organization that represents independent franchise owners in the job-recruitment business. The award was presented to DSL.net at a recent vendor reception hosted by the franchisee association in Cleveland, Ohio. Best-in-class vendors were selected through a member survey conducted by the association, which tabulated scores of each submission to determine winners in various categories such as software and office supplies. DSL.net, which provides service to cities in the continental United States United States territory, including the adjacent territorial waters, located within North America between Canada and Mexico. Also called CONUS. , won in the Internet access/broadband communications provider category. "We are delighted to accept this award from an organization that has so many independent members throughout the country," said Keith Markley, president and chief operating officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. of DSL.net. "Such recognition validates the fact that DSL.net employees continue to remain focused on providing the best possible customer experience while delivering a reliable, high-quality service for businesses." "This was our first year for surveying our association membership and we're very pleased with the response rates," said Todd Govig, chairman of the MRI Franchisee Association. "These kinds of vendor surveys demonstrate which companies are delivering on their promises and the results provide real value for our membership. We congratulate DSL.net on a job well done." MRI stands for Management Recruiters International. MRIFA's members operate franchises that recruit candidates for public and private companies as well as various organizations around the world. About MRIFA The MRI Franchisee Association is a non-profit association dedicated to helping its members gain the full value of their investment in MRI franchises. Its membership base has rapidly grown to represent nearly 50 percent of the franchisee fees paid by owners to MRI. Its goal is to work in a positive and constructive manner to help identify opportunities for MRI to improve the value proposition that it can offer current and future franchisees. To learn more about the MRI Franchisee Association and its vendor program, visit www.mrifa.com. About DSL.net Based in New Haven, Conn., DSL.net, Inc. combines its own DSL facilities, nationwide network infrastructure, and Tier I Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. ) capabilities to provide high-speed Internet access and value-added services directly to small- and medium-sized businesses throughout the United States. A certified CLEC (Competitive Local Exchange Carrier) An organization offering local telephone service that is not one of the traditional telephone companies. The Telecommunications Act of 1996 allowed competition to the incumbent telcos (ILECs), enabling new companies (CLECs) throughout the continental United States -- including Washington, D.C. -- and in Puerto Rico, DSL.net sells to businesses, primarily through its own direct sales channel. DSL.net augments its direct sales strategy through select system integrators, application service providers and marketing partners. In addition to a number of high-performance, high-speed Internet connectivity solutions specifically designed for business, DSL.net product offerings include Web hosting, DNS (Domain Name System) A system for converting host names and domain names into IP addresses on the Internet or on local networks that use the TCP/IP protocol. For example, when a Web site address is given to the DNS either by typing a URL in a browser or behind the management, enhanced e-mail, online data backup and recovery services, firewalls, virtual private networks and nationwide dial-up services. For more information on DSL.net, visit www.dsl.net, e-mail info@dsl.net, or call 1-877-DSL-NET1 (1-877- 375-6381). DSL.net is a trademark of DSL.net, Inc. Other company names may be trademarks of their respective owners. |
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